IT Procurement Role (4-8 yrs)

We have an urgent opening with a leading German multinational engineering company that provides industrial services and products:

Skill Description:

- Negotiate contracts for hardware, software, cloud services, and IT consultancy, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.

- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key European IT vendors and service providers.

- Ensure vendor contracts comply with GDPR, EU procurement laws, and internal policies.

- Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and support budget forecasting.

- Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions while maintaining service quality.

- Implement best practices for spend analysis and cost control strategies.

- Ensure IT procurement processes adhere to internal controls, ISO standards, and client-specific requirements.

- Support internal and external audits by providing accurate procurement records and contract details.

- Leverage eProcurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) for streamlined purchasing operations.

- Work closely with IT, finance, and legal teams to align procurement strategies with company goals.

- Serve as the primary liaison for European client projects, ensuring procurement deliverables meet client expectations and timelines.

- Provide strategic advice on supply chain risks and IT asset lifecycle management.

Experience Description

- Experience: 4-8 years

- Strong knowledge of IT products and services (hardware, software, cloud, cybersecurity, etc.).

- Expertise in contract negotiation, vendor management, and RFx processes.

- Familiarity with GDPR regulations and EU public procurement rules.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-border stakeholder relationships.

- Language skills: Proficiency in English (knowledge of additional European languages is a plus).